Thistle Author:Walter Wangerin, Jr. This children's book tells the story of a potato farmer and his wife who have four children: tall Pine, strong Oak, beautiful Rose -- and meek Thistle, who can do nothing but cry. Thistle's hardworking father has a big appetite, but one day he comes across the potato monster, Pudge, who has an even bigger one. Pudge eats every member of the fami... more »ly except Thistle, who is left alone to weep and mourn her loss. But meek Thistle's tears of love prove to be weapons powerful enough to bring the family back to life.« less
ISBN-13: 9780060263515 ISBN-10: 0060263512 Pages:47 Edition:1st ed Rating: